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Olé Olé Olé Olé—It’s Time For The First Half Of 2026 CDA Case Law Replay—Part 1
Taking inspiration from the 2026 FIFA World Cup captivating sports fans across North America, we pre sent a highlight reel of Contract Disputes Act decisions from the first half of the year. Much like the matches being played, cases from the Boards of Contract Appeals, the Court of Federal Claims, and the Federal Circuit featured dramatic finishes, unexpected upsets, controversial calls, and hard-fought victories. In this biannual update, we recap the decisions that made the biggest impact on the Government contracts field of play.
United States Government
AP
Arnold & Porter
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DOD Pauses CMMC 2.0 Implementation: A Big Deal With Little Immediate Impact
The U.S. Department of Defense has suspended Phase II requirements of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program, which were set to take effect in November 2026, and is soliciting industry feedback through a Request for Information to reform the program. While the suspension delays mandatory third-party assessor requirements, existing cybersecurity obligations for safeguarding Federal Contract Information and Controlled Unclassified Information remain in effect. This development signals a
United States Government
WR
Wiley Rein
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The Topline: Steptoe Appropriations Newsletter
Washington faces unprecedented challenges as the Senate grapples with the loss of influential Senator Lindsey Graham, ongoing leadership vacancies, and stalled appropriations negotiations. With Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticizing partisan budgeting approaches and Republicans struggling to advance spending bills, the path forward for FY27 funding remains uncertain. House leadership's announcement of a clean continuing resolution and advancement of a narrow $95 billion budget resolution add furth
United States Government
SJ
Steptoe LLP
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Gold Eagle AI-Powered Vulnerability Coordination and Remediation Platform Takes Flight
The White House has launched Gold Eagle, a new AI-powered cybersecurity clearinghouse that coordinates vulnerability identification and patching across federal agencies and private industry. This initiative, stemming from Executive Order 14409, leverages frontier artificial intelligence to intake, prioritize, and verify software vulnerabilities with the goal of accelerating remediation across critical infrastructure. Companies operating in affected sectors must now navigate how this government-industry part
United States Government
SJ
Steptoe LLP
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Government Contracts, Procurement & PPP

Article
Olé Olé Olé Olé—It’s Time For The First Half Of 2026 CDA Case Law Replay—Part 1
Taking inspiration from the 2026 FIFA World Cup captivating sports fans across North America, we pre sent a highlight reel of Contract Disputes Act decisions from the first half of the year. Much like the matches being played, cases from the Boards of Contract Appeals, the Court of Federal Claims, and the Federal Circuit featured dramatic finishes, unexpected upsets, controversial calls, and hard-fought victories. In this biannual update, we recap the decisions that made the biggest impact on the Government contracts field of play.
United States Government
AP
Arnold & Porter
Article
DOD Pauses CMMC 2.0 Implementation: A Big Deal With Little Immediate Impact
The U.S. Department of Defense has suspended Phase II requirements of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program, which were set to take effect in November 2026, and is soliciting industry feedback through a Request for Information to reform the program. While the suspension delays mandatory third-party assessor requirements, existing cybersecurity obligations for safeguarding Federal Contract Information and Controlled Unclassified Information remain in effect. This development signals a
United States Government
WR
Wiley Rein
Article
The Topline: Steptoe Appropriations Newsletter
Washington faces unprecedented challenges as the Senate grapples with the loss of influential Senator Lindsey Graham, ongoing leadership vacancies, and stalled appropriations negotiations. With Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticizing partisan budgeting approaches and Republicans struggling to advance spending bills, the path forward for FY27 funding remains uncertain. House leadership's announcement of a clean continuing resolution and advancement of a narrow $95 billion budget resolution add furth
United States Government
SJ
Steptoe LLP
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Human Rights

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The End Of The ATS Road? Supreme Court Limits International Human Rights Lawsuits In U.S. Courts
The U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision in Cisco Systems, Inc. v. Doe fundamentally reshapes the landscape of international human rights litigation in American courts. By ruling that federal courts cannot create new causes of action under the Alien Tort Statute and that the Torture Victim Protection Act does not provide for aiding-and-abetting liability, the Court has effectively closed the door on decades of litigation targeting U.S. businesses for alleged human rights violations abroad. What does this
United States Litigation
AP
Arnold & Porter
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Forced Labour In Global Supply Chains: Navigating The EU Forced Labour Regulation, The EUFLR Guidance, And A Shifting UK Landscape
Global supply chains face unprecedented regulatory scrutiny as the EU Forced Labour Regulation and UK Modern Slavery Act reforms demand robust due diligence frameworks. How can multinational businesses navigate these evolving compliance requirements while managing enforcement, disruption, and reputational risks across their operations?
United States Government
KL
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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Fiscal & Monetary Policy

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The Topline: Steptoe Appropriations Newsletter
Washington faces unprecedented challenges as the Senate grapples with the loss of influential Senator Lindsey Graham, ongoing leadership vacancies, and stalled appropriations negotiations. With Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticizing partisan budgeting approaches and Republicans struggling to advance spending bills, the path forward for FY27 funding remains uncertain. House leadership's announcement of a clean continuing resolution and advancement of a narrow $95 billion budget resolution add furth
United States Government
SJ
Steptoe LLP
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Secretary Bessent Signals Continued Emphasis On Sanctions, Financial Integrity And Economic Statecraft In Recent Speech
Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent outlined the Trump administration's approach to economic statecraft in a recent speech, emphasizing the strategic use of American economic power to advance national security objectives. His remarks signal continued focus on sanctions enforcement, financial system integrity, and combating illicit finance networks while promoting reciprocity in international economic relationships.
United States Government
KL
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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MFN Drug Pricing: What Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Need To Know About Their International Agreements (Video)
The Trump administration's executive order on drug pricing introduces Most Favored Nation (MFN) provisions that may render existing pharmaceutical contracts inadequate or counterproductive. Early assessment of international agreements under this new regime can create opportunities, while delayed action risks significant consequences for companies with pre-MFN contract terms.
United States Government
AP
Arnold & Porter
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Terrorism, Homeland Security & Defence

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Gold Eagle AI-Powered Vulnerability Coordination and Remediation Platform Takes Flight
The White House has launched Gold Eagle, a new AI-powered cybersecurity clearinghouse that coordinates vulnerability identification and patching across federal agencies and private industry. This initiative, stemming from Executive Order 14409, leverages frontier artificial intelligence to intake, prioritize, and verify software vulnerabilities with the goal of accelerating remediation across critical infrastructure. Companies operating in affected sectors must now navigate how this government-industry part
United States Government
SJ
Steptoe LLP
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FCC Adopts New Submarine Cable Licensing And National Security Requirements
The Federal Communications Commission has adopted sweeping reforms to its submarine cable regulatory framework, establishing mandatory licensing for terminal equipment operators and implementing enhanced national security protocols. These changes introduce streamlined review processes for qualifying applicants while expanding compliance obligations across ownership structures, vendor relationships, and operational safeguards.
United States Media & IT
HL
Hogan Lovells Cadwalader
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